Keep up to date on the latest adventures of the KitBrix team.
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Introducing Brand Ambassador Daisy Wilkinson
My name is Daisy Wilkinson. I am a 16 year old Cross Country Mountain Bike racer from Scotland. Over the last two seasons I have been unbeaten in Scottish MTB XC racing in the Juvenile and Youth categories. Racing as a first year U16/Youth last year I won the Scottish Championships and claimed the overall series
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Race Day Essentials: What to pack for Running Success
Race day is here. The culmination of weeks or even months of hard work, dedication, and preparation. As a runner, ensuring that you have everything you need on race day is crucial for smooth and successful performance. From gear to nutrition to safety essentials, packing the right items can make all the difference in your race day experience. We are...
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Introducing Brand Ambassador Katie Kirkup
I’m Katie, I started TRAILDOG Events in 2019; offering canicross (running with dogs) events in beautiful locations around the North East. It was born from a love of trail running with my first dog, Jasper. I personally have 4 dogs; a labrador x vizsla (Darcy), a pointer (Timmy), a dalmatian (Fraser) and a border collie (Pippa). We do a lot...
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Meet Guy Stapleford
I'm Guy, I'm not an athlete or an adventurer; I'm just an ordinary, everyday man. I used a personal crossroads in my life to start being the change I wanted to see in myself and the world around me. A bad diet, no exercise and abuse of alcohol created a perfect storm and I ended up in hospital and taking nearly 2...
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Introducing Brand Ambassador Claudia Burrough
8 months out from the 2019 London Marathon, a health deterioration resulted in me becoming a wheelchair user. Determined to achieve my dream of taking part in the race I turned to training in my wheelchair. With lots of hard work and determination, I not only completed the marathon but found a love for long distance racing.
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Embrace the Chill: Conquering Winter Adventures with Mud and KitBrix
As winter casts its usual icy spell, many outdoor enthusiasts can often see themselves wanting to retreat indoors, trading hiking boots for slippers and trails for Netflix marathons. However, for the bold and adventurous, winter presents a unique opportunity to explore a quieter, more pristine landscape, cloaked in a serene blanket of snow. With the right gear and mindset, braving...
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How KitBrix has helped the Rifle Regiment Cycling Team keep their kit together..
KitBrix is just the best product out there. A multi-purpose bag that can be used by any athlete for any sport. My soldiers have absolutely loved these bags. The size of the bags is awesome for training or race days. More than enough room to store your helmet/shoes/glasses/cycling kit and nutrition. If you’re like me and want to carry extra...
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How KitBrix Helps Keep World Champion Blaine Hunt Organised
Life is hectic, I’m a new Dad, full time athlete, 2-time World Champion for the C5 1kmTT, World Record holder, coach and broadcast engineer. Depending on what hat I have on depends on what kit I need to carry with me. Kitbrix makes sorting all of my stuff so simple and easy. The bags are robust and well thought out.
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Yiannis Christodoulou: Racing & Training With KB
Kitbrix ambassador and GB triathlete Yiannis Christodoulou has just finished his season having collected five medals this year: a national Middle distance championship, British Super Sprint Championship, National Standard Distance Bronze Medal & British runner up, National Sprint Triathlon Championships Runner up & a Kent 10000m Bronze medal. He has also just qualified for the world champs in spring and...
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Dive Into Sea Swimming: Our Guide
As the summer crowds disperse and the water remains warm, post-summer is the perfect time to give open water swimming a go. Get started with our open water swimming guide, plus some of our game-changing products that will enhance your aquatic adventures.
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Tote-ally Beach Ready: packing for a day at the seaside & the bag to do it with
Summertime and the beach go together like ice cream and a cone. Luckily for us, in the UK you’re never more than a few hours travel time from the sea. Whether you’re cruising the coastline on a training swim or just soaking up the rays with the family, are you packing in everything you can? Make the most of your...
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The ToteBrix Tale: KitBrix partners with Paula Radcliffe
The latest addition to the KitBrix product range also saw a fresh perspective in the design department – from none other than endurance athletics legend, family fitness advocate and mother of two, Paula Radcliffe. Who better to lend an expert eye to KitBrix’ first lifestyle luggage design?! We spoke to Paula to learn more about the process, and how this...
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We Are What We Eat: Nutrition With Luchos
It’s long been accepted that our physical health is directly linked to the food and drink we consume. The nutrients from what we eat provide the foundation of every cell in our body, from muscles and bones to our digestive and immune systems. We may not notice it, but our bodies are in a constant cycle of breaking down, repairing,...
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Triathlon Untangled With Tribourne Multisports Events
Experienced triathletes Mat Dowle and Dale Anderton formed TriBourne Multisport Events in 2018 to deliver athlete focussed events in and around the Eastbourne area. They now organise three highly successful events each year; Eastbourne Triathlon Festival, IronBourne Long Distance Triathlon and Brighton & Hove Triathlon.TriBourne has been recognised as delivering the best triathlons in the country for an unprecedented third...
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Why Parents Love KitBrix
Being the parent of a sporty child isn’t an easy job, but is KitBrix is the ultimate solution for parents of young athletes? Find out what parents really think of KitBrix (spoiler alert: they love it!).
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Keep Your Kids Entertained this Spring: 5 Outdoor Activities
Keeping your kids entertained isn't always easy, so we have compiled a list of outdoor activities, which are sure to delight the whole family! So put on your hiking boots, get the bike out of the shed and get exploring! Challenge them to spot signs of spring Taking a nature walk in the spring can be a delightful experience as...
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Outside the norm - Our top 10 favourite races in 2023
The last few years have been particularly challenging for events nationwide, but the scene is pulling up its compression socks and the PMA is infectious. Our team has picked out a selection of the best athletic events in the UK (and beyond) calendar to collate 10 of our favourite races. All of our chosen events captured our imagination by offering...
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What Is “A Strong Body”? - with Elizabeth Cordle
Having a ‘strong body’ is a term that’s often thrown around in fitness and health circles, but what does it really mean? We sat down with Elizabeth Cordle, chartered physiotherapist and founder of Corefulness.com, to delve deeper into the subject and answer questions that you might have about achieving a ‘strong body’. From muscles and exercises to diet and general...
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Put It To The Test: 5 Things You Can Do With Your KitBrix
Spring is nearly here, and you know what that means - it’s time for your next adventure. Think about it, warmer weather, longer days, and tons of time to explore the great outdoors. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, or looking for the next big wave to surf, here at KitBrix we want to make the journey that much easier and...
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Outside The Box: Unique Adventures to Take Part In This Summer
Are you looking for some unique adventures to take part in this summer? Well, look no further, we’ve got you covered! For all our fitness buffs out there, or even for those looking to get in some summer-friendly activities, there are many fun and interesting things that you can do this year. In this article, we will be listing our...
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Van Life: Our Top 5 Campervan Conversions Tips
With the van life movement sweeping across the globe, we thought it was time to share our tips on how to DIY your own campervan conversion. Many people are saying goodbye to packing their suitcases once or twice a year, and are taking their holiday on the road. In this article, we will be looking at what the van life...
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Father's Day: Our Top Pick For Activities To Do With Dad
As June 19th fast approaches it's nearing that time of the year to show the dad or father figure in your life some extra special love this Father’s Day. As we celebrate dads all over the UK, the team here at KitBrix has put together some of our favourite fun things to do with dad this Father’s Day as well...
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5 Incredible Sites to Go Wild Swimming in The UK
Have you ever thought about alfresco swimming? Wild swimming, with its many benefits, has been rising in popularity over the years with more and more people taking to their natural springs and lakes surrounding them, and taking the plunge. In this article, we will be discussing what wild swimming entails, what the physical and mental effects are, and our top...
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Everything You Need To Know About Using Muscle Balms Whilst Exercising
The sore feeling after a challenging workout or run, especially when the onset of pain comes during the days following, as is often found in delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), is common for even the most advanced athletes and runners. It is a mixture of the feeling of accomplishment combined with the humbleness of needing to lower yourself gently into...
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Gut-Friendly Meals For When You’re Hiking
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures With the warmer weather upon us, we’ve probably all started planning what we are going to do with these longer days. Maybe you are planning a day of walking, a bike ride, or maybe even running. Whatever you are looking to do, it’s important that you look after your gut! In this article,...
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Our Ultimate Camping Essentials Checklist: What to Take Camping In 2022
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Is camping on your summer holiday to-do list? With the warmer weather upon us, many of us are planning our next getaway - including where our next spot for camping is. In this article, we will be giving you our top recommended essentials, which you must include in your camping bag this year!...
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5 Beginner Mountain Biking Tips
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Bored of flat, dull cycle lanes? Dream of off-road routes and coaster-like tracks? Grab your helmet and escape the real world into the chutes and peaks of Mountain Biking. If you’re not too familiar, Mountain Biking is a popular bike sport consisting of off-road riding, often over rough terrain on specially designed mountain...
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3 Ways To Stay Organised When Being Active
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Being active is not just about your health, but it’s also about your mental well being as well. A good way to maintain peace of mind when being active is to stay organised. The act of organisation can be one of the keys to success when it comes to you getting the most...
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Sports and Mental Health: World Mental Health Day
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures This Sunday, October 10th marks World Mental Health day. This year, the theme announced by the World Federation for Mental Health is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’. The past couple of years ups and downs have taken a toll on all of us in really different ways, with the continuing pandemic and...
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What Should You Pack in Your Gym Bag?
There’s nothing worse than getting to the gym and realising you’ve left something vital behind. Whether you’re a dedicated gym bunny or you’re starting your fitness journey, we’re here to help you pack your bag, hit the mat and get active! First things first, your KitBrix is going to be your best friend. With its endless possibilities and multiple compartments,...
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Your Paddle Boarding FAQs Answered
Summers is almost drawing to a close, but this last-minute sunshine seems to have other plans! What better time to gently cruise into the calm waters of Paddle Boarding? All those questions you always wanted to ask, we’ve got the answers right here. Before you grab your board and your paddle, we’ve narrowed down all the most frequently asked questions...
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The Ultimate Tennis Equipment List
You don’t have to be a superstar pro to try your hand at Tennis, but if you’ve got the right gear, you’ll feel like you own the courts. With an audience of 15.5 million this year, it’s likely that you didn’t miss much of the Wimbledon action earlier this summer, so instead of watching - get out there and play!...
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What Do You Use for a Sailing Bag?
Those open seas can be a risky place to take your belongings, with the high waves and the accidental slips into the sea, but it doesn’t have to be a stressful thought every time! With a few months left of the sailing season, you’re probably well in your stride and riding the waves. This might be the perfect opportunity for...
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KitBrix: One Bag for All Sports
Who else hates getting their kit mixed up on a training day? Who likes to be organised and prepared? And who else has never looked back after getting themselves a KitBrix? Whether you're using your KitBrix as a swim bag, a running bag, a cycling bag or an OCR bag, if you’re even using it as a tool bag for...
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Why You Should Stay Warm After Your Workout
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Whatever your workout, be it a run, a swim, a session at the gym, a new sport or a long ride on your bike, it’s important to keep yourself warm afterwards. At the beginning of your workout you’ll probably do some sort of warm up (and if you don’t you really should!). Warming...
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Rules to Follow when Open Water Swimming
Now we’re in the middle of our summer season, the open waters of wild swimming seem more and more tempting. What’s more refreshing than a cool dip into an open body of water on a hot day? Or more rewarding that taking part in a Triathlon or a competitive open water challenge? But as therapeutic or exciting as it is,...
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Preparing for an Adaptive Challenge
In 2015 I suffered a spinal cord injury that impacted every muscle below my collar bone. Recovery has involved thousands of hours of specialist neurological rehab and a lot of hard work. I have now reached the point where there are certain things I can do independently, and I have come to learn the value of adaptive equipment to help...
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How to Prepare for Raceday
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures The lead up to raceday can be a long, agonising wait, but before you know it, race day is only a matter of days away. Whether you’re racing in Tough Mudder, a national Triathlon or a cycling marathon, preparation is key. In that long, gruelling lead up, you’ve probably planned out your preparations,...
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How To Prepare For a Sportive as a Cyclist
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures What is a Sportive? As the off-foot equivalent to a marathon, Sportive are long distance events for cyclists which involve completing a set route. Ranging anywhere between 50 to 150 miles, Sportive events are hugely popular in the summer months, although they do run year round. The routes are usually made up of...
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10 Benefits of Road Cycling
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Road cycling isn’t just cycling around the city on your everyday bike. Road cycling opens up cycling to greater distances, speeds and takes fitness into greater consideration. Road cycling can spawn from a simple hobby, or a greater personal challenge, or endurance and health goals. Millions of people have taken to road cycling...
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Post Workout Recovery Guide
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Planning the workout itself is probably the main thing on your mind when you’re in training mode. But the most important part of your workout is your contribution to your body's recovery after your workout. Once you’re finished exercising, your body will still be putting in some hard work. Make sure you’re working...
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Get Organised - Custom Team Sports Bags
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures Belonging to a team brings a sense of pride and exclusivity. A great matching kit, bold team colours, and some inside banter with the squad. But why leave the uniformity there? Be seen with a KitBrix Custom Team Sports Bag! With full customisation on the KitBrix, PoKit and CityBrix range with your team’s...
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What is the Best OCR Sports Bag?
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures We all know the drill, but if you don’t; OCR racing is a sport in which the competitor, on foot, has to overcome various obstacles and physical challenges along the way inducing slides, log or sandbag carries, cargo nets, barbed wire low crawls and climbing walls. As a year round event, the conditions...
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What Equipment Do I Need for Wild Swimming?
Swimming is great! It provides the perfect balance between exercise, health, and fun. Most importantly, it's an opportunity to get out in the great outdoors. Nowadays, swimming enthusiasts tend to opt for a more modern approach to this aqua activity, choosing to stay indoors at public swimming pools. This is a shame when you consider all of the amazing physical...
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Post-Race Recovery Time
Back to: Blogs, films and adventures The Triathlon season is a long one, and it’s probably tempting to enter every race possible if you’re a keen Triathlon racer like we are at KitBrix. The effort and training put into just one race is a lot to put your body through, so it’s equally as important to factor in your...
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The Best Running Bag
We’re all looking for more ways to make our runs and workouts that little bit easier, whether you’re looking for the perfect shoes or the best running bag, or even a way to secure your water bottle to you without holding it. But when it comes to a bag for running, there are so many things to consider. Will running...
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